Justin Herbert Faces Ankle Injury Again

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert did not practice on Wednesday due to a left ankle sprain and a thigh contusion sustained during the team's recent 19-17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Herbert described the ankle injury, which occurred during a scramble, as painful but not as severe as his previous high ankle sprain earlier this season. Despite the injury, he completed 21 of 30 passes for 213 yards and a touchdown in the game. Herbert is optimistic about recovery, stating he is not in a walking boot this time and feels better able to manage the pain. Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh indicated that Herbert will do everything possible to play in the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while the team is currently in playoff contention with an 8-5 record. Other players, including edge rusher Joey Bosa and tight end Will Dissly, also missed practice due to injuries.